The Truth About Cars

JUNE 17, 2025

Nissan gave the third-generation Leaf a 40-percent range boost, striking new styling, and a far nicer interior than its predecessor. The updated Leaf will offer up to 303 miles of range, thanks to a host of aerodynamic and technical improvements. It features a 0.26 drag coefficient in the U.S., Inside, dual 12.3-inch inch displays.

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Charged EVs

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

With 300 miles of range in every model and US-built, Hyundai’s biggest EV takes it upmarket. With more than 300 miles of range from every version, space for up to seven passengers, and the NACS charging port from Day One, the Ioniq 9 could become Hyundai’s halo EV. All of them will have a large 110.3-kilowatt-hour

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EV Central

MARCH 23, 2025

Fresh tech details of the he all-new 2027 Renault 5 Turbo 3E hyper-hatch that will go on sale in Australia in 2027 confirm it as an unlikely all-electric Lamborghini or Ferrari rival. Range is decent. The crucial element is all of this has been achieved without any increase in range-sapping drag. READ MORE: To the Batcave!

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EV Central

JUNE 30, 2025

With the prismatic cells, that enables us to put fewer and larger modules into a battery pack, which means we can reduce the number of modules by up to 75 per cent (without reducing range). Why new GM tech could lead to smaller, lighter, smarter and cheaper EV batteries appeared first on EV Central.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 13, 2025

Audis EVs have earned high marks for performance and driving experience, but theyve never been ranked among the longest-range models on the market. with up to 392 miles of range, making it the longest-range vehicle in Audis North American catalog. The 2025 A6 Sportback E-Tron bucks that trend, arriving in the U.S.

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EV Central

JUNE 29, 2025

Nissan has released new details of its third-generation e-Power range extender hybrid tech that it will launch under the bonnet of the 2026 Nissan Qashqai in Australia next year. Nissan announces big update for 2026 Qashqai e-Power range extender hybrid appeared first on EV Central. 2026 Nissan Qashqai e-Power. Priced down?

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The Truth About Cars

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Blue Oval will look to extended-range EVs (EREVs) as a way to electrify future SUVs and pickups, including the Super Duty brand. EREVs arent really a new thing, as the Chevy Volt debuted around a decade ago with the tech, but there hasnt been much movement with the configuration in the last few years.

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EV Central

MAY 8, 2025

The first is called the Freevoy Dual Power Battery that has been described as a battery within a battery, which enables it to deliver a maximum range of 1500km. The cleverness of the new tech is each battery employs a different chemistry, blending a lithium-ion and sodium-ion tech, allowing CATL to leverage the benefits of each battery.

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Electrek

APRIL 15, 2025

As shown in ZEEKRs images below, this sporty GT variant was designed with several comfort features and impressive tech, including a fast-charging 800V platform and zippy acceleration.

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Electric Cars Report

MARCH 5, 2025

Ford Pros electric E-Transit Custom, E-Tourneo Custom and enhanced range E-Transit feature as standard an innovative heat pump that can boost driving range in cold weather The post Ford Pro EVs Drive Further in the Cold with Unique Heat Pump Tech appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Cars That Think

APRIL 23, 2025

Once mighty companies have fallen in the ranks, others have come and gone, and the top spots are largely filled by todays Big Tech companies. The tech giant has produced a more influential patent portfolio than entire industry categories. Nearly 20 years later, every company on the top 10 list has been usurped. patents from?

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EV Central

MARCH 10, 2025

Benz has also revealed the electric GLC will leave little on the table when it comes to advanced new tech. In most circumstances the GLC runs in two-wheel drive mode reducing drag and boosting range. That translates to as much 260km of range added in little more than 10 minutes. powertrain.

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Electric Cars Report

APRIL 14, 2025

The Renault Megane E-Tech electric and Scenic E-Tech electric are now available in the UK in simplified and sportier three-version model ranges that gain a new One Pedal driving function, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) adaptor, and access to the convenient Plug & Charge service.

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Electrek

JUNE 18, 2025

The automaker says the next-gen battery tech will be a “game-changer for EVs,” promising more range, faster charging, and lower costs. Nissan is betting big on solid-state batteries to help power up a comeback. Nissan just confirmed its first EV with solid-state batteries is on track, but it may trail Toyota and Volkswagen to market.

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The Truth About Cars

MARCH 5, 2025

Balancing design elements and tech from some of the automakers latest EVs with strong range and performance numbers, the car is available for order in some global markets now. A 25-speaker Bowers and Wilkins audio system is the range-topping option, offering high-fidelity sound and headrest speakers.

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Electrek

MAY 13, 2025

The 2026 Toyota bZ is refined from end to end with a fresh new style, more driving range, advanced new tech, and much more. Toyota upgraded its electric SUV in just about every way possible. It even has an NACS port, so you can charge at Tesla Superchargers. Heres our first look at Toyotas new EV.

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EV Central

JUNE 24, 2025

READ MORE: Volkswagen switches strategy to embrace range-extender hybrids to keep pace with its Chinese rivals READ MORE: EVERY1’s a winner: 2027 Volkswagen ID. To help develop the tech, insiders suggest Volkswagen has recruited an in-hub e-motor specialist in the Balkans that has already developed a high-output in-wheel motor.

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Cars That Think

JULY 9, 2025

The discovery represents a broader push for 5G-based IoT tech—using the telecom standard’s low latency , energy efficiency , and capacity for massive device connectivity. And doing all this using 5G standards rather than equivalent 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi networks arguably means IoT is expanding its range and scope.

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EV Central

JUNE 22, 2025

The luxury battery-powered limo has been overhauled with a new long-wheelbase body, bigger battery, and superior range. READ MORE: 2025 Genesis Electrified GV70 gets tweaked looks, better in-car tech and improved range but costs more in bid to steal sales from new Audi Q6 e-tron READ MORE: Revealed! 2025 Genesis Electrified G80.

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EV Central

JUNE 10, 2025

The Volkswagen Group has gone back to the drawing board when it comes to its inbound next-generation EV architecture to ensure it can package a range-extender powertrain when it launches next year. Some reports suggest the range-extenders might even be limited to China, with the European region favouring traditional plug-in hybrids instead.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 24, 2025

Such energy density would allow for much lighter cells without sacrificing range , or increased range from the same volume. Research into lithium-sulfur batteries for EVs goes back at least a decade, and we’ve seen impressive claims about their ability to boost EV range before.

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EV Central

MARCH 13, 2025

The headline news is smoother styling introduces a rejuvenated EV that gets a longer range, refreshed cabin, extra tech and more power as Toyota eyes up pinching a few sales off the Tesla Model Y. Fresh 20-inch alloy wheels have also been added, while gloss black arches are standard across the range. 2025 Toyota bZ4X.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The battery swap tech isn’t designed to replace charging altogether. This huge battery provides a bladder-busting 1070km of driving range for the large NIO ET7 sedan while carry up to 200kg of cargo in real-world highway driving. When it arrives it’s not known if it will introduce its pioneering battery-swap stations here.

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2025

Leapmotor’s range-extender C10 “Ultra Hybrid” has landed in Australia boasting 170km pure electric range and 1150km combined range on the (optimistic) NEDC cycle. 2025 Leapmotor C10 Crichton was quick to push the benefits of the range extender model, which he says offers the same EV drive experience while removing range anxiety.

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Cars That Think

APRIL 9, 2025

At the Airbus Summit , a symposium for journalists on 24 and 25 March, top executives sketched out a bold, tech-forward vision for the companys next couple of generations of aircraft. The highlight, from a tech perspective, is a superconducting, fuel-cell powered airliner. Airbuss strategy is based on parallel development efforts.

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EV Central

MAY 5, 2025

Available in China, the V23 gets a 100kW/180Nm single-motor version paired with a 47kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery that provides for a 300km range. However, bear in mind both cruising range figures were based on the lenient Chinese CLTC test cycle, so WLTP ratings will be lower when they come to Australia. 2025 iCar V23.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

While the executive said he doesn’t expect large-scale adoption of solid-state EV batteries to take hold until 2030, he also highlights that other makers in the industry are developing the tech at a similar pace to BYD. Currently, BYD is the world’s second-largest battery maker behind Contemporary Amperex Technology Co.,

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Electrek

JUNE 18, 2025

Genesis revealed “extensive enhancements” for the new GV60 on Wednesday, including added driving range, fun features, and plenty more. The GV60 just got a major upgrade.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 9, 2025

RedCap Tech for Reliable Smart Factories [RedCap] is an excellent option for scenarios where low latency is essential, a Hyundai spokesperson told IEEE Spectrum. This approach differs from the shared infrastructure model used by public telco companies that cater to a wide range of subscribers.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Heres our list of the seven best pre-loved EVs you can buy for under $40,000, for families, city folk, cheapie chasers, tech lovers and more. Best range hero EV: Hyundai Kona Electric (2019-22) from $26,000 2021 Hyundai Kona Electric Highlander. Range anxietys a barrier stopping people jumping into EV ownership. Solid buying.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 14, 2025

2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz Potentially more range in MEB modelslike ID.Buzz? Green Car Reports reads that as a pretty strong suggestion the Buzz could gain more range within the next few model years, as it simply needs it in order to match its road-trip mantraalthough VW officials wouldnt say so much. wireless) type.

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EV Central

APRIL 3, 2025

The heavily refreshed Tesla Model Y arrives with a sharper look, enhanced tech and perhaps most importantly a much-improved driving experience. 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range: Sharp new looks and more tech for 2025. We jumped behind the wheel of the new Tesla Model Y Long Range to put it to the test.

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The Truth About Cars

MAY 13, 2025

The last generation Wilderness model had full-time four-wheel drive with a single-speed transfer case, but the Tremor boasts a two-speed transfer case with low-range gearing. The Tremor isnt the first Expedition off-roader, but its the most capable.

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Cars That Think

MARCH 2, 2025

Ten years later, at the CES tech trade show in January, Angus was showing off her dancing moves in a powered exoskeleton from the Canadian company Human in Motion Robotics. He also notes that self-balancing models can be used by a wider range of people, including people with limited upper body strength and mobility.

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EV Central

MARCH 19, 2025

seconds and has a WLTP driving range of 330km1. China’s JAC plans Aussie push with EV ute benchmarked against Rivian R1T Meanwhile, the DE-FINE hosts the JAC’s powerful 800-volt electric architecture and its all new powerful 460kW e-motor that feature silicone-carbide tech to boost efficiency. JAC DE-FINE concept.

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Teslarati

JULY 13, 2025

That should not be a problem for the Mirai due to its 402-mile EPA-estimated range, but since the car was almost empty, his range indicator showed only 22 miles. But the issue isn’t the tech, it’s everything around it. The next closest one was in West Sacramento, nearly 25 miles away. The infrastructure just isn’t ready.

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EV Central

MARCH 20, 2025

According to the worlds largest electrified car-maker, the new Megawatt Flash Charger supports 10C charging and is capable of adding as much as 400km of range in just five minutes the equivalent of 2km every second. That means for EV users future top-ups will be at least on par with a refill of petrol at your local servo.

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